Multivitamins contain a combination of at least three vitamins. Some also contain minerals like calcium and iron and natural substances like omega-3s. Do you have a...
Anticoagulants are medications that prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism, and other conditions. Here’s what you need to know...
The beginning of a new year symbolizes a fresh start and, for many of us, it provides a renewed focus on our overall health and wellbeing....
Are you planning to fly during flu season? Here are some helpful tips to avoid contracting or spreading the virus when you take to the skies....
Medical cannabis effectively treats the symptoms of many diseases and conditions, including arthritis, anxiety, migraines, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia. Medical cannabis use is now legal in 37...
Regular exercise is a healthy choice for most people and a great way to shake off winter gloom. But when common winter illnesses hit, sometimes the...
Seniors are sensitive to the cold due to metabolic changes that make it difficult for them to generate enough heat. Here are four tips for staying...
Hearing problems can affect people of all ages. However, age-related hearing loss, or presbycusis, affects nearly half of all people who are 75 and older. Here’s...
If you have several days off around Christmas, be sure to take advantage of the available downtime. Giving yourself a well-deserved break is sure to do...
Regular stretching provides numerous health benefits as you age, and when combined with other types of exercise, it can add years to your life. Here are...
The holiday season is all about enjoying good times and great food in the company of loved ones. Unfortunately, your usual fitness routine and eating habits...
Many people go through short periods of time where they feel sad or not like their usual selves. Sometimes, these mood changes begin and end when...
Given the vast selection of men’s razors available in stores, choosing one may not be easy. Whether you want to try a new model or your...
Dysphagia is a health condition that affects many seniors. Here’s what you should know about it. Symptoms People with dysphagia have difficulty swallowing. This may lead...
Do you experience an annual drop in energy when autumn rolls around? If you’re wondering why you tend to feel tired at this time of year...
During a standard menstrual cycle, hormones help the endometrium, a membrane in the uterus, thicken in preparation for pregnancy. If no fertilization occurs, a portion of...
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and it’s a time to raise public understanding of this brain disorder as well as show support for the...
You may have seen the social media posts over the past few months — cancer patients “cured of the disease” and a drug trial with “100...
Also called impaired glucose tolerance or fasting glucose, prediabetes is defined by blood sugar levels higher than normal but not yet in the diabetic range. According...
If you have hearing aids, you probably remember the price tag. Who could forget at an average of $4,000 to $6,000 a pair (and no Medicare...
Various factors can increase your risk of developing dandruff, such as small white flecks of dead skin often accompanied by itching. Here are some tips to...
October is Contact Lens Safety Month, and if you’re one of the 45 million Americans who wear contact lenses, it’s a good time to review some...
You may have heard of metastatic breast cancer and not know how it differs from other forms of breast cancer. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness...
Have you heard people talk about biosimilar medicines and wondered what they are? Read on to learn more. What is it? As the name indicates, biosimilar...
People with heart disease or a history of stroke should always get an annual flu vaccine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....
